A last chance to get flu shot

If you haven’t had your flu shot yet, you’ll have one more chance this week.

Halton Region’s last regularly scheduled influenza immunization clinic will be held Thursday (Jan. 17) from 4-8 p.m. in the auditorium at the Halton Regional Centre, 1151 Bronte Rd.

This will be the 30th flu immunization clinic Halton has put on this season.

“The peak period of this season’s flu outbreak has been earlier than previous years. However, the flu season will remain into March, so it’s still possible to get sick with the flu in the next few weeks,” Dr. Bob Nosal, Halton Region Medical Officer of Health, said in a press release.

“Getting the flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and to prevent spreading the virus to others.”

Residents can still get their flu vaccinations from doctors’ offices, walk-in clinics and some pharmacies — call the location ahead of time to make sure vaccines are available.

While the Region states vaccinations are the best way to prevent illness, residents can also take other preventative measures to reduce their chances of becoming sick, including: coughing and sneezing into their sleeve, washing hands with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand rub, and staying at home when ill.